19th October, 2016 Wander off the Beaten Track If you’re a more adventurous holidaymaker, we suggest you wander off the beaten track in Malta to discover the rugged face of the islands. There are some 1,500 climbing routes waiting to be explored in Malta and Gozo, ranging from easy to more extreme adventures. With inland valley crags and cliffs exposed to the sea, […]
24th March, 2016 Vibrant Valletta Covering less than half a square mile but home to some 320 religious, military and artistic monuments that bear testament to its founders and rulers, Valletta is Malta’s capital city and one of the most concentrated historical areas in the world. Valletta takes the name of its founder Grand Master Jean Parisot de La Valette. […]
24th March, 2016 A stroll around Mdina Even as one approaches Mdina, very often referred to as the Silent City, one is struck by a sense of awe at the old city’s imposing structure. Mdina is enclosed by fortifications, and since it’s located atop a hill, it affords spectacular views of the whole island. The city’s snaking, narrow streets lit by warm […]
24th March, 2016 Marvel at Malta’s prehistoric heritage Whether you’re an archaeology buff or simply interested in how our ancestors lived, a day or two should be set aside to visit Malta’s prehistoric temples and settlements. The temples mark a peak in Malta’s prehistoric development and their architecture is quite extraordinary, even for the untrained eye. The islands’ resourceful settlers are believed to […]
24th March, 2016 A boat trip to Comino With an area of just 3.5 square kilometres, Comino can easily be overlooked. We strongly recommend a day trip to this small but charming island which is just a short boat ride away from Malta or Gozo. Although largely uninhabited, in summer it’s one of the busiest hotspots as people flock to Comino to discover […]
24th March, 2016 A day in Gozo Gozo life is slightly more laid back than that on mainland Malta, but still has plenty to offer. A regular ferry service connects the two islands. With most shops, schools, and offices located in Victoria, the capital is the centre of almost all activity. Victoria is overlooked by the fortified old city, IÄ‹-ÄŠittadella, which was […]
24th March, 2016 Swim & Dive With over 30 beaches in Malta and Gozo, swimming and a spot of sunbathing are a must when you visit. Given the close proximity of some of the bays and beaches, you can plan to visit more than one in a day and check out whether you prefer the sand or the rocks. You might even find […]
